Doctor Fate (Kent V. Nelson)

Dr. Kent V. Nelson is a superhero in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Steve Gerber and Justiniano, he first appeared in Countdown to Mystery #1 (November 2007) as the seventh person to take on the Doctor Fate mantle. Unlike previous incarnations, this version of Doctor Fate deviates from traditional elements such as connections to Nabu, the Lords of Order, the Tower of Fate, and Egyptian mythology. This intentional departure was aimed at revitalizing the character and simplifying their backstory.

Not to be confused with Doctor Fate (Kent Nelson).
Doctor Fate
Kent V. Nelson as Doctor Fate.
art by Jesús Merino & Allen Passalaqua
Publication information
PublisherDC Comics
First appearanceCountdown to Mystery #1 (Nov. 2007)
Created bySteve Gerber
Justinianoo
In-story information
Alter egoKent V. Nelson
SpeciesHuman
Team affiliationsJustice Society of America
PartnershipsMaddy
Inza Fox
Notable aliasesFate
Sorcerer Supreme
Super Sorcerer
Abilities
  • Access to the Helm of Fate grants him magical powers such as spell-casting; has access to magical artifacts including the Cloak of Destiny and Amulet of Anubis.
  • Extensive medical knowledge in psychiatry.

In the DC Universe, he is the grandnephew of the original Kent Nelson. Initially an accomplished psychiatrist, his life took a downward turn due to personal issues, including an extramarital affair, depression, and the loss of his medical license. Despite these struggles, he was chosen to become the new Doctor Fate. As Doctor Fate, Kent faced challenges in mastering magic, highlighting his limited expertise in the field. He joined the Justice Society of America and fought alongside other well-known superheroes. However, with the New 52 reboot, his character was replaced by Khalid Nassour and removed from continuity. In 2023, the character's history was restored in The New Golden Age storyline.

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